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11, Gresswell Close

DA14 4AP

SIDCUP

Current

D

56

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in SIDCUP, DA14 4AP. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £783, comprising £508 for heating, £228 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 11, Gresswell Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this SIDCUP property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £783 are approximately £1017 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DA14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs SIDCUP

This property56
Average59
-5% below
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vs DA14

This property56
Average60
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £88/year more than the SIDCUP average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Jul 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

11, Gresswell Close

DA14 4AP

SIDCUP

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

52.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

74 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

440 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Jul 2016

rental (private)

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About SIDCUP

SIDCUP is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SIDCUP have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). The DA14 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric underfloor heating

£508.0/yr

Save £258/yr

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Hot Water

£228.0/yr

Save £36/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric underfloor heating

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Birkbeck Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayDA14 4ED

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayDA15 9AG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Holy Trinity Lamorbey Church of England School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDA15 9DB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Burnt Oak Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDA15 9DA

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Outstanding

Longlands Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDA15 7JG

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Cleeve Park School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayDA14 4JN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Chatsworth Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDA15 9DD

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Hurstmere School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayDA15 9AW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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